Bananas are one of the most popular fruits on the market, but they have one major downside—they spoil pretty quickly. If you’re planning to use your bananas for ice cream, smoothies, or other tasty recipes instead of eating them fresh, these are the best methods to freeze them.
Whole Bananas
If you want to eat your bananas as they are, freezing them whole is your best bet. Just make sure to remove the peel beforehand, since it can be pretty difficult once your bananas are frozen.
Banana Slices
If you want to use your bananas for smoothies or ice cream, cutting them into slices is the way to go. After slicing them to the desired size, place the slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze them for about two hours. Once that’s done, feel free to place them in the freezer, stored inside a freezer-safe container or bag.
Mashed Bananas
Mashed bananas are a popular egg alternative and one of the main banana bread ingredients. If you want to pre-prepare your mash and save it for later, make sure to use a freezer-safe bag, properly squeeze the air out, and label the bag with the cup measurement.
